FÓGRA FAOI MHOLADH CHUN PLEAN FORBARTHA CHONTAE MHUINEACHÁIN, 2019–2025

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AN tACHT UM PLEANÁIL AGUS FORBAIRT, 2000 (arna leasú)

FÓGRA FAOI MHOLADH CHUN PLEAN FORBARTHA CHONTAE MHUINEACHÁIN, 2019–2025, A ATHRÚ

(ATHRÚ UIMH.6)

 

Tugtar fógra leis seo, de bhun Alt 13 den Acht um Pleanáil agus Forbairt, 2000 (arna leasú), go bhfuil sé beartaithe ag Comhairle Contae Mhuineacháin athrú (Athrú Uimh.6) a dhéanamh ar Phlean Forbartha Chontae Mhuineacháin, 2019–2025. Cuimsítear san athrú molta athrú ar chriosú Lána Theach Shirley, Carraig Mhachaire Rois ó “Crios Cónaithe Cheana” go “Lár an Baile”.

 

Is iad an phleanáil chuí agus an inbhuanaitheacht forbartha is cúis leis an athrú molta.

 

Is féidir tuilleadh faisnéise, lena n‑áirítear cinntí scagtha SEA agus AA, a fháil ar shuíomh gréasáin na Comhairle https://monaghan.ie/planning/planning/pleanail/ Tá cóip den athrú molta ar fáil lena breithniú freisin

go dtí 5 i.n. ar an 18 Deireadh Fómhair 2024 ag na suíomhanna agus na huaireanta seo a leanas

  • Oifigí Pleanála Chomhairle Contae Mhuineacháin, 1 Sráid Bhaile Átha Cliath, Muineachán H18 X982 le linn uaireanta oscailte idir 9.15 r.n. agus 5 i.n. (dúnta am lóin 1 i.n. – 1.30 i.n.) agus
  • Oifig Cheantar Bardasach Bhaile na Lorgan-Charraig Mhachaire Rois, Bóthar Chois Abhann, Carraig Mhachaire Rois, A81HY83, idir 9 r.n. agus 5 i.n.

 

Cuirfear aighneachtaí nó barúlacha i scríbhinn, i ndáil leis an athrú molta, a chuirfear faoi bhráid an údaráis pleanála roimh 5 i.n. ar an 18 Deireadh Fómhair 2024 san áireamh sula ndéanfar an t‑athrú.

Ba cheart aighneachtaí nó barúlacha i scríbhinn a chur chuig Oifigí Pleanála Chomhairle Contae Mhuineacháin, 1 Sráid Bhaile Átha Cliath, Muineachán H18 X982 NÓ ar ríomhphost chuig variationdevplan@monaghancoco.ie

 

 

Cathal Flynn

Stiúrthóir Seirbhísí

19 Meán Fómhair 2024

Town Centre Health Checks

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Clones Streetscape Castleblayney Main Street

Queens University have been engaged by Monaghan County Council to carry out Town centre health checks for the individuals towns of Clones/Monaghan/Castleblayney. This is being funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development under the Town Centre First Policy.

Town Centre Health Checks provide a baseline, to help monitor and drive the development of town centres going forward. It will build on previous studies previously carried out in individual towns. The work of the Town Centre Health Check will include

  • Land Use surveys to establish the overall vacancy rates in the town.
  • Retailer surveys to establish current levels of commercial activity and outlook.
  • Pedestrian counts to establish actual town centre visitor numbers.
  • Shoppers surveys to rate visitor experience and satisfaction.

Members of the public and business owners are encouraged to participate and give their views on their experiences in the town centre. It is an opportunity to shape town centres and strengthen it into the future, to make it an attractive place to work, live and visit.

You are informed that the survey work will commence week commencing 09/09/24 and the surveyors will be in Monaghan town on Wednesday and Clones and Castleblayney on Friday. This will be supplemented by additional fieldwork on 20th September in all towns.

CLONES TOWN CENTRE HEALTH CHECK QUESTIONNAIRE

CASTLEBLAYNEY TOWN CENTRE HEALTH CHECK QUESTIONNAIRE

Climate Actions Works Engagement Fund

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Funding opportunity to support organisations to communicate about climate actions undertaken in the community

 

What is the aim of this fund?:

This fund is to support organisations to communicate about climate actions undertaken in the community.

This fund will support groups to work with audiences who have not previously talked about climate change or the local actions they can take.

 

Key dates:

Closing date – 4:00pm 4th October 2024

Delivery to start – Jan 2025

Report due – 30th Jan 2026

 

Applications should fall under one of the following three strands:

1.) Community Awareness – support groups to be able to talk about climate actions and encourage others in your community to join (upto €2500)

e.g. administrative, social media, or video related activities, hosting events.

 

2.) Community Engagement – support groups to join up and work together (upto €5,000)

e.g. developing strategies,. establishing community hubs that support climate action, collaborations that raise awareness of climate action.

 

3.) Community Activation – support groups to activate their communities around climate action (upto €10,000)

e.g. starting a new local environmental initiative, scaling up a current initiative or awareness-raising or community engagement, environmental projects that bring new people or groups in.

 

Who is eligible?

  1. Applications can be made by a registered charity or a local community / voluntary group.

2. Applicants must have an annual income of less than €1,000,000.

3. Applicants must have up to date and sufficient governing documents, accounts, and a dedicated bank account.

4. Applicants can be non-profit sports clubs or religious groups. 

 

 

More information can be found in the Press Release here: gov – Minister Ryan launches new campaign and funding programme for community climate engagement (www.gov.ie).

A link to the grant website can be found here: https://www.communityfoundation.ie/apply-for-funding/”

 

Swim Ireland Pop-Up Pool Comes to Carrickmacross

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Monaghan County Council and Monaghan Sports Partnership Welcome

Swim Ireland Pop-Up Pool to Carrickmacross

Pop Up Pool Site Location Map

Monaghan County Council, Monaghan Local Sports Partnership and Swim Ireland are delighted to announce the arrival of a Pop-Up Pool in Carrickmacross Town. Located just 400m off the Oriel Road in Carrickmacross, adjacent to the Carrick Aces Athletic Club (Eircode – A81 DX50), the facility will be operational from the 16th of September 2024 through to Spring 2025. “The Pool that comes to the People” is 12m by 3.4m with the water heated to a toasty 30 degrees. Housed in a hard-sided marquee, this accessible pool is the ideal place to learn to swim, hone your skills or just remember how great it feels to block out the world and dip your head in the water!

Swim Ireland are working closely with Monaghan Local Sports Partnership on delivering  a number of community-based pool programmes. The programmes are aimed at everyone from children, teens, older adults, and people with disabilities, to minority groups. Organisers are currently engaging with local schools and community groups, with bookings also now open for learn to swim sessions. Private sessions for events such as birthday parties are also available. A full breakdown of all that is on offer and details on booking arrangements is available on the Swim Ireland website at https://swimireland.ie/get-swimming/pop-up-pool/carrickmacross/

Cathaoirleach of Carrickmacross-Castleblayney Municipal District, Cllr. PJ O’Hanlon welcomed the arrival of the pop-up pool saying “this is another good news story for the people of south Monaghan and surrounding areas. I wholeheartedly welcome this amenity to the town of Carrickmacross and encourage people of all ages and abilities to avail of it use over the coming months. We are all aware of the demand for a swimming pool in Carrickmacross Town and that there is a feasibility study currently underway. The arrival of the pop-up pool recognises this fact and hopefully it is a positive indicator for what is to come in the future. I want to thank all involved for their hard work and effort in bringing the pop-up pool to Carrickmacross – Municipal District staff, the staff from Monaghan Sports Partnership and Swim Ireland. Finally, I want to pay particular mention to our Chief Executive, Mr. Robert Burns, without whom this project would not have happened,”

In welcoming the facility, Monaghan County Council Chief Executive, Mr. Robert Burns said “the arrival of the pop-up pool in Carrickmacross reinforces Monaghan County Council’s commitment to the development of sporting and amenity facilities to support the health and wellbeing of our communities. The pop-up pool presents an opportunity to learn to swim, which is such an important life skill, alongside the health and social benefits of participating in swimming. In a wider context, the arrival of the pop-up pool is particularly timely in the context of the feasibility study currently underway for the provision of a swimming pool and leisure complex in Carrickmacross Town, and the experience gained from operating the pop-up pool will help inform this assessment. The Chief Executive concluded by commending the hard work and partnership approach adopted by Carrickmacross-Castleblayney Municipal District, Monaghan Sports Partnership and Swim Ireland in delivering this project.”

Swim Ireland CEO, Ms. Sarah Keane commented “We are delighted to work with Monaghan County Council and Monaghan Sports Partnership to bring a Pop-Up Pool to Carrickmacross. Swimming is a life-skill, and one that it is vital for every child. The Pop-Up Pool is a fantastic opportunity to teach children and adults in the area to swim. We look forward to welcoming the people of Carrickmacross and surrounding areas, of all ages and abilities, to experience the pool and take advantage of the opportunities available.”

Carrickmacross Pop Up Pool

Corporate Plan 2025-2029 Public Survey

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Council Offices

Monaghan County Council is in the process of developing its Corporate Plan 2025-2029. Local Authorities prepare five-year plans to outline their vision, policies, and objectives for the Council’s long-term direction. You can have an input into the plans through consultation. We would like to hear your thoughts on our work across the County and its communities, as well as the key issues you believe should be considered in the next Corporate Plan.

Please click on the following link to take part in the survey: https://consult.monaghancoco.ie/en/content/monaghan-county-council-corporate-plan-public-survey

 

Reimagining Monaghan

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Monaghan County Council announces Public Consultation Event ‘Reimagining Monaghan’

Monaghan County Council is pleased to invite members of the public to a consultation event on Saturday 17th at Unit 12, Monaghan Shopping Centre. This event will provide an opportunity for the community to share their views and feedback on what they love about the town, and their ideas for its future including part of the St Louis Convent Site recently acquired by the Council.

As part of our commitment to community engagement and transparency, this consultation is designed to gather input from a broad range of stakeholders, including local residents, business owners, and other interested parties. The insights gathered will play a crucial role in shaping the future of the town through the development of a series of projects and actions identified through the consultation process.

During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to:

– Learn more about the project from John McLaughlin Architects and Monaghan County Council representatives.

– Provide feedback through open discussions, surveys, and Q&A sessions.

– Engage with fellow community members to discuss the potential impacts and benefits of projects

“We value the input of our community and believe that public consultation is essential in ensuring that our initiatives meet the needs and expectations of those we serve,” outlined Sean Conlon, .Cathaoirleach Monaghan Municipal District “We encourage everyone to participate and make their voices heard. It is through a shared collaborative approach from all who have the interests of the town at heart, that optimum outcomes will prevail.”

For those unable to attend, Monaghan County Council will provide alternative ways to contribute feedback, including an online survey and written submissions. Information gathered from this consultation will be carefully reviewed and considered in the final decision-making process.

For more information, please contact Katia Papkovskaia at John Mc Laughlin Architects studio@johnmclaughlin.ie.

Reimagining Monaghan

#YourCouncilDay

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Monaghan County Councils role in supporting quality living within County Monaghan is being highlighted, promoted and celebrated to mark Your Council Day 2024, taking place Friday 5th July.

This year, through the national event, Ireland’s 31 county and city councils will promote the very positive impact local authorities have on people’s quality of life.

An extensive array of local authority services are used by people on a day-to-day basis which support quality living. These include, but are not limited to, parks, leisure, sports, library, arts, heritage and community services. Councils also lead in protecting our living environments, including street cleaning, litter control, monitoring of waterways, urban and village renewal schemes, maintenance of our roads and footpaths.

Staff in local authorities are embedded within communities, enabling people on an individual and collective basis to enjoy life in communities where they live, work and visit.

Across social media, #YourCouncilDay will highlight the role of local authorities in promoting quality living and the work of committed and passionate staff in councils across the country to support such.

On Your Council Day, local authorities will be posting online using #YourCouncilDay / #DoLásaChomhairle to profile services and amenities and to introduce people to staff.

Major Projects Announced for Carrickmacross-Castleblayney MD

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Workhouse Project Team Carrickmacross Swimming Pool Feasibility Project Team

Further good news story for the county and in particular the Carrickmacross-Castleblayney Municipal District as Monaghan County Council signs contracts for the Carrickmacross Workhouse Community, Tourism & Arts Hub, Phase 1 project and the carrying out of a Feasibility Study and Strategic Assessment for the provision of a Swimming Pool and Leisure Complex in Carrickmacross Town.

Building on Monday’s announcement of an €11 million grant allocation towards the redevelopment of the historic Market House in Castleblayney, Tuesday evening last, in the appropriate surrounds of the restored front Workhouse building, provided further cause for optimism for the wider south Monaghan area with the signing of the contracts for the Carrickmacross Workhouse Community, Tourism & Arts Hub, Phase 1 project and the Feasibility Study and Strategic Assessment for the provision of a Swimming Pool and Leisure Complex in Carrickmacross Town.

Having secured a “Category 2” (project development) grant allocation of €288,608.00, under the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund, Monaghan County Council was pleased to award the contract for the development of a construction-ready masterplan for the Carrickmacross Workhouse site to Cooney Architects Limited.

Monaghan County Council in partnership with Farney Community Development Group (FCDG) plan to restore in full the Carrickmacross Workhouse site and develop a new multipurpose Community Hub to cement its future as a focal point and centre for social, community and arts services in Carrickmacross town and the South Monaghan area. The original Workhouse building was leased by FCDG from private developers between 2003 to 2019. During that time, and since, FCDG has secured investment of in excess of €2.2 million to restore the front building and manage the 28 no. community and social services currently based there.

The site was acquired by Monaghan County Council in 2019, to secure the future of the existing community services delivered there, develop its tourism potential and plan for the future development of a multi-sectored, community and arts hub for the south Monaghan area. The unique partnership between Farney Community Development Group and Monaghan County Council enhances citizen engagement and participation in civic activities. This is evidenced by the high level of usage of the compromised facilities that exist at present. The leadership displayed by FCDG in leasing the property in 2003 and resilience in its investment over the subsequent years, despite unsecure tenancy, is acknowledged by Monaghan County Council and supported in its decision to purchase the freehold ownership in 2019.

The project provides a holistic, planned approach to the economic and social development of the town and its hinterland, building on the investment and partnership between the Council and the community. The development of an overall plan to guide the complete restoration and redevelopment of the derelict buildings and 6-acre site for community use will transform the area and provide a sustainable template for development into the future.

The contract-signing event also marked a red-letter day for amenity provision in Carrickmacross Town and its hinterland. The absence of a swimming pool has been a long-cited gap in leisure provision in the area, and Tuesday’s formal appointment of consultancy firm S3 Solutions, to progress a feasibility study and strategic assessment for the provision of a swimming pool and leisure complex in Carrickmacross Town may transpire to be the opening gambit in addressing this deficit. Over a 20-week performance period, the Consultants will evaluate the technical and economic feasibility of providing a swimming pool and leisure complex in the county’s second largest and fastest growing town that would serve the town and the wider South Monaghan community.

It is expected that S3 Solutions will make a final recommendation on the feasibility of the proposed project to Monaghan County Council in September 2024. The information and data provided in the Feasibility Study & Strategic Assessment Report will allow the Council to make an informed and reasoned decision on whether to advance the proposed project to the next stage in the project lifecycle, preliminary business case development.

Bank Holiday Water Safety Alert

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Minimize the risks with advice from Coast Guard, Water Safety Ireland & RNLI

The Coast Guard, Water Safety Ireland & the RNLI have issued advice to help keep people safe at Ireland’s waterways over the
June bank holiday weekend.

Water based activities increase at this time of year, as do the number of incidents in which people get into difficulty. Minimize the risks with the following advice for a safe enjoyable bank holiday weekend.

How to enjoy water-based activities safely:
• Check the forecast for your local area, including tide times and sea conditions for coastal activities.
• Always carry a means of calling for help and keep it within reach.
• Water temperatures are still cold. Acclimatise by getting in slowly, swim within your depth and avoid staying in the
water for extended periods. Swimmers should be aware of rip currents and if caught in one should swim parallel to
shore and then back to land.
• Swim with others, never alone, in recognised, traditionally safe bathing areas. Lifeguarded waterways are listed at
https://watersafety.ie/lifeguards/.
• Supervise children at all times near water and never use inflatable toys in open water as currents and breezes can
cause persons to be swept out to sea, endangering those onboard or others trying to assist.
• If you find yourself struggling in the water unexpectedly remember Float to Live. The best way to float is to tilt your
head back with your ears submerged. Try to relax and breathe normally. You can gently move your hands to help you
stay afloat if you need to. Spread your arms and legs out to improve stability. Once your breathing is under control,
call for help or swim to safety.
• Stranding is a risk when low tides expose areas of the coastline for walkers to explore sandbanks. Watch out for
incoming tides, local signage, and always carry a fully charged mobile phone.
• Wear a Personal Flotation Device when paddleboarding, kayaking or boating, or when angling from shore.
• Avoid alcohol as it impairs judgment, balance and coordination – all essential for swimming and boating and avoiding
hazards in the water.

If you see somebody in trouble on the water or along the coast or if you suspect that they are in trouble, dial 112 or use Marine
VHF channel 16 and ask for the Coast Guard

Heritage Week Event Grant Scheme 2024

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National Heritage Week banner

Call for applications

National Heritage Week, an initiative by the Heritage Council, celebrates all things heritage. It brings together communities, families, organisations, cultural institutions, academics and enthusiasts, to build awareness about the value of heritage and support its conservation. The theme for National Heritage Week 2024 is “Connections, Routes and Networks”.

Monaghan County Council Heritage Office are offering grant assistance to organisers to hold events that meet the objectives of National Heritage Week https://www.heritageweek.ie/

Who can apply:

This grant scheme is open to individuals/community groups and not for profit organisations, heritage and biodiversity groups, venues and societies.

All groups in receipt of funding from Monaghan County Council must be members of Monaghan PPN.

What Funding is available:

The level of grant assistance for any one event will range from €100 to €1000.

To be eligible for funding projects/events must:

  • take place in County Monaghan and celebrate an element of Monaghan’s heritage.
  • be organised by an individual/community/voluntary group based in Monaghan.
  • proposed event must be run during heritage week 17th – 25th August 2024.

How to apply:

Please visit https://monaghan.ie/heritage/heritage-grants/ for application form and guidance. Any queries can also be sent to the Heritage Office email heritage@monaghancoco.ie .

  • The closing date for applications is 4pm on Friday 14th June 2024.
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